Job Title:
Principal Electrical Engineer

Company: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems

Location: Bothell, WA

Created: 2024-05-07

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

OverviewGeneral Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Bothell, WA team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.GD-OTS in Bothell offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.Summary:Plans and implements the design, manufacture, installation and/or maintenance of electrical systems and apparatus, such as electric motors, machinery controls, lighting, wiring and power systems/devices, for the generation, transmission and control of electric power. Works with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to design, prototype, and test mixed-signal circuits and subsystems for aerospace and defense applications. This includes developing system level electrical architecture, defining requirements and verification methods, and overseeing the design of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) for guidance, navigation, and control related subsystems.Major Position ResponsibilitiesDesigns, develops, and tests electrical equipment, components, circuits, or systemsApplies mathematical and engineering principles and methods to designsPerforms extensive testing and validation of designs to ensure reliability, performance, and safety standards are achievedConducts research and studies new technologies to innovate and design solutions or products Basic QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Associate's Degree in general Engineering or specialized Engineering8-10 years experience in an engineering function Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringExperience in the Aerospace or Defense industry Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong embedded systems skills including experience writing firmware, board support code, bootloaders; experience debugging code (ASM, C, C++, or C#) for embedded systemsFamiliar with data acquisition and characteristics of sensors such as accelerometers, MEMS gyros, magnetometers, GPS modules, and thermal sensorsProficiency with simulation tools such as SPICE and Ansys SIwave. Experience with MATLAB and Simulink a plusAbility to create and document automated test systems for CCAs (typically deployed to CCA vendors). Experience with LabVIEW a plusProficiency with a wide variety of electronic test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, DMM, frequency counter/generator, etc.)Proficiency in requirements management and verification using tools such as DOORSClear understanding of basic project management principlesAbility to oversee other functional areas in the accomplishment of hardware, planning and test tasksIndependently evaluate, select, and applie standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications for the solution to specific engineering problemsAbility to translate general customer requirements into products, specific requirements and program elementsStrong team collaboration and leadership, capability to lead a technical team, provide direction to subcontractors, and collaborate with managementStrong technical writing skill and disciplined approach to documentation and presentationsStrong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interfaceMust be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the flyPosition requires a high degree of analytical aptitude with strong problem solving skillsRelies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while performing a variety of complex tasksWorks under limited supervisionLooks for ways to improve and promote qualityMust be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlinesWorks within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safetyOperates under minimal direction and exercises moderate to independent judgmentDecisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan Other Requirements: Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Security ClearanceProficiency with MS Office 365 toolsProfessional demeanor and presentation skills for frequent meetings, presentations, and site visitsWillingness and ability to travel up to 25% of time The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.Pay Range (USD) Note: The compensation information listed is a good faith estimate range for this position, it is estimated based on what a successful applicant might be paid: $93,100.00 - $172,900.00Additional CompensationHired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.BenefitsEmployees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.